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Definition of milliner

milliner

/ˈmɪl.ɪ.nɚ/
mil · li · ner
Plural:milliners
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• noun

1

A person who designs, makes, trims, or sells hats, especially for women.

Example

"The bride commissioned a local milliner to craft a bespoke silk fascinator for the wedding ceremony."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'haberdasher' refers to a dealer in men's clothing and sewing notions (or small dressmaking accessories in British English), 'milliner' specifically designates a designer or maker of women's hats.

• Nearby Words

milligram
milliliter
millimeter
milliner
millinery
milling
million

Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in the early 16th century as 'Milaner', the word originally referred to a native of Milan, Italy, or a merchant who imported fine luxury wares—such as silks, ribbons, cutlery, and straw bonnets—from that city.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Milliner. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/milliner
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